SmartCat The Ultimate 32-in Sisal Cat Scratching Post

I had a taller scratcher that was covered in carpet on the base. It also had the wrapped rope jute. The wrapped rope slides down and leaves gaps. Then the rope gives way altogether. My cats also peed on the carpet base. So, I looked for a scratcher that was tall, had the sisal fabric and that had no carpet on the base so the cats wouldn’t pee on it. That’s why I bought this one. I thought the wood was polished but it’s actually just compressed wood product. Doesn’t look bad though and it went together easily, with no need for directions. The pieces were a nice tight fit, too. My cats used it right away. I’m hoping the sisal carpet does not fray pieces onto the floor like the rope did. I I had a taller scratcher that was covered in carpet on the base. It also had the wrapped rope jute. The wrapped rope slides down and leaves gaps. Then the rope gives way altogether. My cats also peed on the carpet base. So, I looked for a scratcher that was tall, had the sisal fabric and that had no carpet on the base so the cats wouldn’t pee on it. That’s why I bought this one. I thought the wood was polished but it’s actually just compressed wood product. Doesn’t look bad though and it went together easily, with no need for directions. The pieces were a nice tight fit, too. My cats used it right away. I’m hoping the sisal carpet does not fray pieces onto the floor like the rope did. I won’t buy the rope kind again. I recommend this one. … more

I purchased the scratching post because Wirecutter ranked it as the top-rated scratching post. I bought it for my cat Scooter as a 9th anniversary present of his coming to live with me. He loves it! It's very sturdy, and I think it will outlast his previous scratching post. Easy to put together, though I wish there were some easy instructions included illustrating the steps. But I figured it out. It looks very nice - like high-quality furniture. Highly recommended.

Nice and sturdy post, easy to assemble base. We bought the scratch post for our 15-year-old Himalayan, Betty. We sprayed the scratch post with cat nip, but she doesn’t care for it, even seems a bit intimidated by it. But, she absolutely loves the long and narrow cardboard box that the scratch post arrived in. She spends large parts of the day inside it, either sleeping at the very back or sitting more towards the opening, keeping an eye out for whatever is going on.

I got this because my little petite cat wanted to scratch taller than her other post would allow. She LOVES scratching vertically. Meanwhile my other cat never scratched the vertical post. With this scratching post they both scratch all the time. They absolutely love this. If my house was bigger I would get multiple. Her new favorite thing is to sit on top of this post. This is definitely the best post they have had.

We have a carpet covered scratching post, that the cats use, but it’s a mess ! Pieces of carpet end up EVERYWHERE !! Found this - no more carpet pieces all over ! And it’s taller than any of the other scratching posts, so it works especially well for our cat with a long reach; and other kitties “climb” the scratcher. Great value, for the price !

Aster and Kenai were on this post the minute we assembled the base. Aster climb the one we put in front of the couch and Kenai joined him. We have the second one in front of the couch Kenai loves to scratch. These posts are high so they can stretch the tall length that they are. Solid base so no tipping with both using one. Highly recommend.

I have four of these positioned at arms of sofa and chair. These have totally stopped him from ruining my furniture. He loves reaching up to scratch. The sisal is very sturdy and removes his shedding claws. He ignores the scratchers that lay on the floor. Best investment ever.

Shipping box and scratching post have worst penetrating odor! Cats eyes watering and ran from box. Put box & post in garage to air out. Will probably have to return if stench doesn’t go away. Sprayed disinfectant on floor & rug to eliminate stench.

Tall enough for my cats to really stretch up to scratch, they LOVE it and they refused to use any of the smaller ones. Took to it in one day. NO MORE FURNITURE scratches! They LOVE the sisal rope. Great purchase. Highly recommend it. Very stable and so easy to assemble.

The tree was very well made and came assembled. MY cats have just looked at it ! I tried catnip on it but it is still ignored. Maybe they do not the the Sisal material. I have given my cats ample time to use it. I will probably donate it to our no kill animal center !